Ken Block (American rally driver) Age, Biography, Height, Net Worth, Family & Facts

Ken Block is a famous American-based late professional rally driver who passed away due to a snowmobile accident on January 2, 2023, in Utah, United States.

Who is Ken Block

He is a famous American car racer who was born on November 21, 1967, and he was raised in Long Beach, California, United States along with his family. In the year 2005 started his National rallying career and also early he saw with the Vermont SportsCar team as well as his first event was Sno*Drift. In his debut rallying season finishing in the seventh position.

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Apart from this in 2006 along with his DC rally teammate attended various events and in the next year 2007 Ken competed in the X Games XIII rally event. His all Rallycross found on Wikipedia. Moreover, in the year 1993, he was co-founder of DC Shoes. His wife’s name is Lucy Block (m. 2004–2023) and also they have three kids. The late Ken Block Co-driver is Alex Gelsomino. Stay tuned to the bio and get more about Ken Block.

Before Ken Block Fame

Began his national rallying career with the Vermont SportsCar team in the year 2005 and made his first event debut for Sno*Drift. Later in the racing field, he had much success as well as he attended all events from 2006 to 2014. Ken from 2011 to 2015 competed at the Global RallyCross Championship and also in this period 2014 appeared in the European Rallycross.

Early Life OF Ken Block

He is a famous American racer who was born in Long Beach, California, United States into a settled American family where he spent his whole life. First, in the year 1993, he came into the limelight when he became the co-founder of DC Shoes. Stay tuned to the bio and explore more about Ken Block.

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Ken Block Quick Facts

Real Name Kenneth Paul Block.
Nick Name Ken Block.
Date of Birth November 21, 1967-January 2, 2023.
Age (as of 2023) 55 years.
Birthday place Long Beach, California, United States.
Height (Tall) 6 feet 0 inches.
183 cm.
1.83 m.
Weight Kilograms: 84 Kg.
Pounds: 185 lbs.
Body Measurements 40-36-39.
Net Worth (approx.) $100 Million US dollars (as of 2023).

Personal Life & Family

Father Not Known.
Mother Not Known.
Sister Not Known.
Brother Not Known.
Marital Status Married.
Wife (Spouse) Lucy Block (m. 2004–2023).
Girlfriend None.
Children Yes (three kids).
Hobbies Driving & Racing.

Education

Primary Education He completed his primary education at a public high school.
College or University Orange Glen High School, Palomar College.
Qualification Graduate.

Favorite Things

Favorite Sports Football & Car racing.
Favorite City/Country Long Beach, United States.

Education & Family (Nationality & Zodiac Sign)

At the age of 16, he enrolled in a public high school named Orange Glen High School which is located in Escondido, California. Later he attended a public community college called Palomar College.

His father’s and mother’s name is still under review and also we have no information about his siblings. He holds American nationality and his zodiac sign is Scorpio.

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Career Timeline

In 1993 he co-founded DC Shoes, this was the start of a new era. In 2005 he began his first-ever rally with the Vermont SportsCar team. In this rally, though he comes in the 7th position but became pretty famous at that point. Then he kept going on until his death on January 2, 2023, because of a snowmobile accident.

One way the other he was special to many celebrities including Matt. In 2014 he appeared in a European Rallycross then he kept participating in it and his best position was 7th in this rally in 2017. After 2011 he really became a major man in a rally and then later on he became a major icon for Need for Speed as well.

As his career was going upward his wife Lucy Block was always there for him. She helps him with a lot of things especially motivating him. He talked about his racing co-partner that was Alex Gelsomino one of the best ones that he has with him. He was not only a rally racer but also an amazing human with a kind heart who always helped the poor.

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Age, Height & Weight

Ken Block was born on November 21, 1967, and died on January 2, 2023. He lived an amazing 55 years of life. His birthplace was Long Beach, California, United States.

He has a height of 6 feet (183 cm) and a weight of 84 kg (185 lbs). He has a body measurement of 40-36-39. This man has got an amazing and perfect physique.

Personal Life & Relationship

On July 10, 2004, he wedded the woman of his life named Lucy Block. He loved her and Lucy had the best part of her life with him.

His wife always makes him special. He has 3 beautiful kids with her. The couple had an amazing time in their life together. They have gone through a lot but stick together always.

Net Worth

As a co-founder of DC shoes and Rally Driver, he has made a big fortune out of this. Driving and his company has been his primary source of income.

This source of income has made him a completely financially independent man. He has a net worth of $100 Million.

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Some Interesting Facts About Ken Block

  • Matt LeBlanc was his friend.
  • Ken has been to Mexico Rally and New Zealand Rally as well.
  • He was a family man who always took care of his family.
  • Driving has been his passion since his teenage.

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